What are the responsibilities and job description for the Promotions Ambassador Event Staff - Iowa Speedway position at NASCAR?
IOWA SPEEDWAY
Located near Des Moines, Iowa Speedway joined the NASCAR family of tracks in 2013. Known as the "Fastest Short Track on the Planet", Iowa Speedway plays host to two major race weekends a year, welcoming the ARCA Menards Series and the NTT INDYCAR Series. The track was designed by NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace.
Sitting on just over 200 acres on the outskirts of the Des Moines Metro Area, Iowa Speedway is the fastest short track on the planet. It has been a staple of NASCAR feeder series such as the Xfinity Series and ARCA since the track opened in 2007 and has recently become the home of the NASCAR Cup Series. In addition to a weekend full of NASCAR racing, Iowa Speedway is home to other events throughout the year including the HyVee IndyCar Weekend and other on-property events.
The Event Marketing Department is responsible for the consumer marketing, community relations, and guest communication distribution for Iowa Speedway. Promotions Ambassadors are a part of the Street Team, who are responsible for assisting the Event Marketing department with varied activities and events that promote Iowa Speedway. Activities include short track races, festivals, trade shows, expos, appearances, partner events, etc. This position will be run up through Iowa’s NASCAR race weekend of August 3, 2025.
Responsibilities/ Duties/ Functions/ Tasks
The Event Marketing Department is responsible for the consumer marketing, community relations, and guest communication distribution for Iowa Speedway. Promotions Ambassadors are a part of the Street Team, who are responsible for assisting the Event Marketing department with varied activities and events that promote Iowa Speedway. Activities include short track races, festivals, trade shows, expos, appearances, partner events, etc. This position will be run up through Iowa’s NASCAR race weekend of August 3, 2025.
Responsibilities/ Duties/ Functions/ Tasks
- Enthusiastically interact with and educate the public on Iowa Speedway history, information, and ticket opportunities
- Responsible for the loading and unloading of the Iowa Speedway promotional vehicle
- Ensure that display is appropriately supplied with promotional materials and giveaway items
- Ensure that display presentation is neat, organized, and pleasing to the eye
- Actively collect prospects for future email campaigns
- Attend in-market events for the purpose of maximizing sales opportunities
- Be an expert on the products and services offered by Iowa Speedway
- Knowledgeable of the sport of NASCAR and sports industry standards on customer care
- Conform to all safety regulations
- Assist in the set up and tear down of the display
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Post high school education required or equivalent experience
- Exceptional work ethic, strong desire to succeed, eagerness to learn, professionalism and a passion for the sports industry
- Competitive nature and a contagious positive attitude
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft applications and daily use of email
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
Work Requirements
- Must pass company driver’s screening to be able to drive company vehicles
- Valid driver’s license
- Must be 21 years of age
Special Position Requirements
- Position requires travel, evening and weekend hours as needed
- May require some out of town and overnight travel
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